week 6

Question 1

cushing’s triad

Answer 1

1. widened pulse pressure (increasing systolic)
2. bradycardia
3. irregular resp

Question 2

Considerations for ICP

Answer 2

• HOB at 30 degrees
• log roll
• no suctioning or oral care
• head in neutral position

Question 3

autonoomic dysreflexia

Answer 3

body is over-reacting & cannot regulate vitals

*sudden increase in BP & cardiac dysrythmia’s
*occurs in spinal cord injuries

Question 4

where does autonomic dysreflexia typically occur

Answer 4

spinal cord injuries above T6